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NEW YORK STATE MILITARY MUSEUM
61 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, United States
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Jo
Review №1

This is an absolutely fantastic way to kill a few hours if you are in any way interested in the history of New York and the wars the U.S. has been involved in.Incredibly well-curated, there’s just a wealth of artifacts and information that goes beyond the broad strokes that a lot of us know.Also, it’s free! There is a suggested donation, however, and that’s what helps keep this museum running so well.

Br
Review №2

Good museum with primary focus on NY State in US war history.

Sa
Review №3

Worth the stop. The pieces they have here are phenomenal.

Br
Review №4

A great little museum, a lot of artifacts. It took a couple of hours to tour, I didnt stop and read every sign or plaque either. Staffed by volunteers and veterans, a small gift shop. There is also a veterans research center here as well. I recommend it.

Th
Review №5

This is a great place. The exhibits are varied. There is no charge to get in. An excellent way to spend a rainy day.

Da
Review №6

Only saw the outside of the museum. Pretty cool.

Mi
Review №7

We have been here a few times and my son loves going to see whats new.

Al
Review №8

Stacked with information. Will definitely go again to soak it all in.

Ne
Review №9

Fascinating look at New Yorks military involvement through the years. Includes everyday items, weaponry and uniforms, and bios and artwork plus detailed timelines and background info.

Al
Review №10

Very nice excibution.Highly recommended to visit with kids.Free entrance.

Ca
Review №11

A fabulously organized and meticulously detailed museum, covering major American wars since the Revolution. The museum focuses on the role of New York in particular and soldiers, people and products from NY in these wars. Amazing to see the historical changes from 1700s to Vietnam. No charge, but donations appreciated. They also had a neat scavenger hunt for kids. A cant miss stop

vi
Review №12

Very nice, excellent layout of items and super book store.

Mi
Review №13

Great museum. Needs more info on Vietnam and had nothing on the gulf war. History is still happening.

Cl
Review №14

Very good exhibits on NY States military involvement from revolutionary to Vietnam

Mi
Review №15

Great museum, its free, great exhibits and staff are very knowledgable.

Si
Review №16

Very interesting little museum located in an armory, which is the perfect setting. The museum charts New Yorks involvement in every major American war, as well as state militia (later national guard) activities in between. For a relatively small space, there are many interesting and well described military artifacts, very thoughtfully organized. The museum is operated by volunteers who seem happy to guide visitors and answer questions, and admission is free.The gift shop is also worth a look, as its sort of a thrift store of military books and collectibles that you wont find at a typical museum gift shop. When I was there, there was a collection of unassembled, new in the box model airplanes and ships from 30~40 years ago, and a great assortment of books.

je
Review №17

Love this place it is great inside free to get in..

Sa
Review №18

Loved this place! And the fellas who worked there were sweet, and very helpful and patient with our 6 and 10 yr olds. The kid scavenger hunt thing was VERY helpful to keep the kids entertained and quiet

Tr
Review №19

Well-maintainted and organized exhibits. Very informative. FREE.

Th
Review №20

Excellent museum. Would highly recommend going to for an outing, there is a wide variety of exhibits from various conflicts our nation has participated in. It is well put together and the staff are very friendly and informative.

Fr
Review №21

Excellent small museum of the New York Militia & New York Army National Guard. They have a well stocked, used military bookstore too. Lots of historical displays and it is located inside an original late 1800s armory! Place is also a research center which would be of interest to historical folks.

st
Review №22

Great place to learn about are nations military history

Up
Review №23

Nice exhibits and staff! Nice stop during a day trip to the area.

T
Review №24

A great museum with no entry fee. Well done, informative exhibits, with lots to see. Close to the Adirondack northway. Friendly informative staff.

Ja
Review №25

One of the best museums I have been in. The setting is perfect. The artifacts are unrivaled. This is a great museum about New Yorks role in our nations military engagements.

Mi
Review №26

We had a great day visiting the museum.

Da
Review №27

I was pretty impressed with their artifacts.

Da
Review №28

Had a great time here learning about New Yorks contributions to the United states military.

j.
Review №29

Great museum, only problem is finding parking

D.
Review №30

Great museum to visit. Very educational

Th
Review №31

Nice collection, as well as a beautiful building.

To
Review №32

Great military museum, no charge but donations are appreciated.

Ni
Review №33

Fascinating exhibits, a amazing collection!

Ba
Review №34

Very cool! Has a great history shown through United States war memorabilia. Definitely would go back again with friends who appreciate it.

Ye
Review №35

It is a very cool museum, and the staff are very friendly and helpful.

Al
Review №36

This is a great place to learn some awesome and important history! They even have a piece of cloth from a dress with Abraham Lincolns blood on it.

To
Review №37

Take a moment and stop by. Great information to be had. See how much NY contributed to all the conflicts the US has been in. I was very amazed.

Pa
Review №38

Excellent military museum. Very well put together. Really shows what an important role New York State has played in the development of this country.

Do
Review №39

Great place to learn and refresh the history of our area and of the country. Great displays and information with people who are glad to help

Ju
Review №40

My kids and I go to the museum every year on our way to an annual get away weekend. Weve been there about 5-6 years now and LOVE it! The veterans who help run it are wonderful, helpful and so knowledgeable about every single exhibit. My kids are teenagers now and STILL look forward to the annual visit.

Do
Review №41

Great architecture for this type of museum.

da
Review №42

Cool little museum, great building and free

Ji
Review №43

The staff is very friendly and helpful. So many interesting pieces of New York State history.

Fr
Review №44

Brought back memories of my service years.

Ed
Review №45

Went there while they were setting up for a dinner. For warned at the door some things were put away. Very informative place with some spectacular artifacts. Would love to go again

Ni
Review №46

Awesome museum! A must see!!!!

Jo
Review №47

Great museum, but no parking

Be
Review №48

Wow, all I am going to say

Co
Review №49

Nice museum located in an armory, they have many interesting military historical items.

Su
Review №50

Its an illuminating glimpse at NY states role in Americas various conflicts. Free to all. Very helpful and engaging staff.

To
Review №51

Good local resource for local involvement in military actions with local heros and more...I personally donated WWI memorabilia to their collection from a great uncle that served but had no children. Great tourist interest..save for rainy day visitors

Sc
Review №52

A must stop for military and history enthusiasts. Fascinating.

ju
Review №53

We love the museum me and my children have been here multiple times and will continue to keep visiting its a really great place

Lo
Review №54

Great and free!!!

Je
Review №55

Very educational. They had a lot of displays, uniforms, weapons and vehicles from every war from the revolutionary to present.

Je
Review №56

With limited resources, museum does a good job in depicting New York States contribution to armed conflicts, from colonial times to the present.

g
Review №57

Great display, excellent volunteers

Da
Review №58

Neat location for people that have a love for history.

Ti
Review №59

Very informative for my grandson

Ya
Review №60

Amazing collection

Je
Review №61

I never thought I would learn so much from a place that didnt have wifi. Great knowledgeable staff.

Ar
Review №62

Fun place to visit lots of History

My
Review №63

Looking back at what soldiers ate with and fought with is worth it.

Ge
Review №64

Excellent in every exhibit, well done.

Pa
Review №65

Very nice museum

Ja
Review №66

The history

Ro
Review №67

Wonderful exhibits

Mi
Review №68

Very well done.

Je
Review №69

Wandered in one weekend day and was very pleasantly surprised at the size and scope of their collection. Really awesome stories and artifacts for history buffs.

Ci
Review №70

Loved the whole experience!

Su
Review №71

Very interesting artifacts from Revolutionary war to World War II

Th
Review №72

Excellent exhibit

Ka
Review №73

I take my grandson there he really enjoys all the history of the different wars and there uniforms and the types of military equipment..

Ja
Review №74

New items always coming in.

Go
Review №75

Wonderful exhibits for history buffs

Wi
Review №76

Great! And free.

Ke
Review №77

Nice little museum and growing.

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  • Address:61 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, United States
  • Site:https://dmna.ny.gov/historic/
  • Phone:+1 518-581-5100
Categories
  • Museum
  • Heritage museum
  • History museum
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:10am–4pm
  • Wednesday:10am–4pm
  • Thursday:10am–4pm
  • Friday:10am–4pm
  • Saturday:10am–4pm
  • Sunday:Closed
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